NEWS & MEDIA
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COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE: Avertissement de Pluies Torrentielles – Business Mauritius privilégie le télétravail
27 January 2023 – Others
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Rencontre des Entrepreneurs Francophones 2023 [11, 12 & 13 juin 2023 à Québec, Canada]
27 December 2022 – Others
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12-Hour National Relay Walk, Jog and Run for Health and Fun
10 November 2022 – Others
To encourage the population at large to engage in regular physical activities as part of a healthy lifestyle, the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Recreation, in collaboration with the Mauritius Sports Council as well as other key stakeholders, is organising a 12-Hour National Relay Walk, Jog and Run for Health and Fun, at the Cote d'Or National Sports Complex on 20 November 2022 between 06 00 and 18 00. Communiqué and Participation Form can be downloaded as per the links.
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Business Mauritius and the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat
21 February 2022 – Economy
Business Mauritius and the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Monday, 21 February 2022, during a virtual event. This protocol aims at establishing exchanges of expertise and enhancing business opportunities between Mauritius and the Pacific Islands. Mauritius thus becomes the first African country to sign such an agreement with the PIF Secretariat. This collaboration brings together the Pacific private sector – businesses, industry and employer organisations – and Business Mauritius, the peak body representing over 1200 companies in Mauritius. Sharing lessons and best-practice is part of South-South cooperation and strengthening Small Islands Developing States partnerships, particularly for post-COVID economic recovery. Read more:
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National Budget 2022/23 – Proposal Form
15 February 2022 – Economy
Business Mauritius is currently preparing its Budget Memorandum for the National Budget 2022/2023, and we are inviting all our members to submit their inputs on issues that need to be addressed, proposed measures and their expected impact. We encourage you to be as factual, objective, clear and direct as possible and highlight the general interest of measures.If you are a member and would like to submit your proposals, please login here: Members Corner The Deadline for submission is Wednesday, 02 March 2022. -
OACPS Business Forum
4 February 2022 – Economy
The OACPS Business Forum was officially launched on 21 January 2022 during a virtual meeting organized by the OACPS Secretariat with technical support of Business ACP. Mr Kevin Ramkaloan, CEO of Business Mauritius was appointed to the board of directors. This Business Forum is one of the five “Subsidiary and Consultative Organs” foreseen under the Georgetown Agreement, with 3 main objectives:
- Promoting dialogue and collaboration between OACPS Governments, Regional Integration Institutions and the private sector at national, regional and continental levels within and between the 6 OACPS regions;
- Contributing to the formulation and implementation of private sector development policies; and
- Promoting knowledge sharing and information dissemination on private sector development issues, including the exchange of best practices between and within the 6 OACPS regions.
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Follow-up Survey to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses in Mauritius
1 October 2021 – Economy
This is a follow-up survey to the first Business Survey (September-October 2021) conducted by DCDM Research with the participation of the nine partner members of Business Mauritius, namely AHRIM, AMM, IAM, MCA, MCCI, MEXA, BACECA, MBA, and OTAM. Technically and financially supported by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the Japanese Embassy, the report demonstrates the impact of the pandemic on several aspects of the business world, as well as the anticipation of business leaders for 2021.
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Africa Business Summit: New Pathways to U.S.- Africa Economic Partnership
23 July 2021 – Economy
The Corporate Council on Africa is organising its 13th U.S.-Africa Business Summit on July 27-29, under the theme: ‘’New Pathways to U.S.- Africa Economic Partnership’’. The Summit’s virtual conference will spotlight the next phase of growth in the U.S.-Africa economic partnership, focusing on key strategies such as Health Security, African Regional and U.S.-Africa Trade, the Future of Energy, Agribusiness and Manufacturing Ecosystems, Trade Finance, Women and Diaspora-Empowered Trade, Digital Transformation, and more. Registration to the Summit is FREE, you may register here: U.S.-Africa Business Summit 2021
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Food Waste Prevention Programme in Mauritius
21 June 2021 – Sustainable Development
In line with our sustainability pact between nature & business - SigneNatir, Business Mauritius has invited food professionals to participate in The Food Waste Prevention Programme which has started on 14 June 2021. The pilots, namely y Mauritius Commercial Bank (2 sites), Constance Belle Mare Plage, Preskil Island Resort, Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa, La Pirogue, LUX* Le Morne Resort, LUX* Belle Mare Resort & Villas, Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort, and Veranda Tamarin Hotel & Spa are embarking their restaurants on a 6-month journey with the international trainers Lightblue Consulting and local trainers Foodwise Mauritius to cut on food waste, reduce unnecessary costs and negative environmental impacts, and reach the international certification and benchmarking standard The PLEDGE™ on Food Waste. This programme is an initiative of Business Mauritius, co-funded by The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC), implemented by LightBlue Environmental Consulting Co. Ltd and FoodWise Mauritius with the collaboration of Living Labs Federation and The PLEDGE™ on Food Waste. Learn more: Food Waste Prevention Programme in Mauritius
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Un budget qui choisit la croissance à l’austérité
11 June 2021 – Economy
Pour Business Mauritius, la stratégie annoncée par le ministre des Finances, Renganaden Padayachy, jette les bases pour une relance durable de l’économie et une refonte de nos principaux secteurs d’activité pour consolider notre résilience. Voir la vidéo intégrale de la conférence de presse en ligne, le vendredi 11 juin 2021, à la suite du discours budgétaire.
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SME Support Platform
19 February 2021 – Economy
This platform aims to centralise the services offered by BM to small and medium-sized enterprises while providing them opportunities to bid through the procurement platform as they will now be able to know in real-time the demands of major companies, and thus helping them integrate the larger supply chain, adopt quality standards and eventually grow their business.
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Newsletter In the Loop – Le Club des Entrepreneurs de l’Economie Circulaire à Maurice – Décembre 2020
18 December 2020 – Sustainable Development
Le lancement du Club des Entrepreneurs de l’Économie Circulaire a eu lieu le 03 décembre sous l’initiative de Business Mauritius.
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Newsletter Nou Lenerzi – Les Club des Entrepreneurs de la Transition Energétique édition spéciale décembre 2020
15 December 2020 – Sustainable Development
Dans le cadre des récents développements des Electricity (Amendment) Bill (No. XXII of 2020) et du Central Electricity Board(Amendment) Bill (No XXI of 2020), nous avonsjugé important de sortir cette édition spéciale« Nou Lenerzi » consacrée aux premières analyses de ce qui modifiera en profondeur le paysage de l’électricité à Maurice.
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Newsletter Nou Lenerzi – Les Club des Entrepreneurs de la Transition Energétique Novembre 2020
6 November 2020 – Sustainable Development
La 4ᵉ rencontre du Club des Entrepreneurs et de la Transition Énergétique a eu lieu dans le contexte de la Journée Mondiale de l’Énergie, le 22 octobre. Les 60 participants ont échangé et déclaré leur intention de rejoindre le pacte « SigneNatir »
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Ambition Africa 2020
9 October 2020 – Others
We are pleased to inform you that this year, Ambition Africa 2020 will be both a physical and a virtual one! The event will take place on 17 & 18 November. For those who can make it to Paris, Ambition Africa will be held at the French Ministry for the Economy and Finance in Paris France. For those who are unable to be physically present, Ambition Africa look forward to you joining the forum virtually for a dynamic digital session.
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Mauritius on the NEW EU LIST
3 June 2020 – Economy
Communiqué from the Prime Minister’s Office
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Communiqué: Ministry of Financial Services and Good Governance
9 May 2020 – Others
European Commission List of High Risk Third Countries
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SADC Export Potential explored
4 April 2020 – Economy
BM participated in a workshop on Export Potential for Mauritius in 7 SADC Countries (Botswana, Angola, Malawi, Namibia, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe), based on a study by a consultancy firm. The event, organized by The Economic Development Board and MEXA, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade.
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Communiqué: COVID-19 Workplace Access Permit during curfew period
23 March 2020 – Economy
In line with the curfew order made by the Minister under regulation 14(1) of the Prevention and Mitigation of Infectious Disease(coronavirus) Regulations 2020,no person or class of persons shall remain outdoors to prevent the spread of the Corona virus.
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Club des Entrepreneurs de la Transition Energétique
19 December 2019 – Sustainable Development
The third meeting of the “Club des Entrepreneurs de la Transition Energétique” was held on the 2nd December 2019 with a participation of 70 members. This session’s agenda was mainly about the current situation and opportunities on the use of electric vehicles in Mauritius. Read Press Release
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Australia Awards Africa 2019
5 November 2019 – Others
Australia Awards Program for Professionals Applications are open once again for Masters Scholarships and Short Courses under the Australia Awards Program, the Australian Government’s flagship bilateral development program in Africa.
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AFD Digital Challenge 2019
4 November 2019 – Sustainable Development
Applications are now open for “Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Digital Challenge – African Cities for a sustainable future”.
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Elections (Leave of Absence to Employees) Regulations 1959
25 October 2019 – Others
Further to the Communiqué issued on 17 October 2019 regarding the proclamation of Thursday 7 November 2019 as a Public Holiday, Members are hereby informed that the Elections (Leave of Absence to Employees) Regulations 1959 provide for guidance on leave of absence to be granted to employees on Election Day.
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Ease of Doing Business Report 2020
24 October 2019 – Economy
Doing Business: Mauritius ranked 13th in the World Bank's Ease of Doing Business Report 2020. Get access to communiqué from the Economic Development Board
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Proclamation of the Workers’ Rights Act
18 October 2019 – Others
Pursuant to Proclamation No. 45 of 2019, Members are kindly requested to access the members’ corner for more details regarding the coming into operation of the Workers’ Rights Act.
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Proclamation of Thursday 7 November 2019 as Public Holiday
17 October 2019 – Others
Members are hereby informed that Thursday 7 November 2019 has been proclaimed as a Public Holiday, given that the taking of poll for the National Assembly Elections 2019 have been fixed for that date.
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Ambition Africa Forum
10 October 2019 – Others
Following a request from the French Embassy in Mauritius, we are pleased to forward information on the Ambition Africa organized by Business France which will be held on the 30 and 31 October 2019 in Paris, France. Please note that the subscription is free for Mauritian enterprises.
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Ethio-Africa Carnival in Culture, Trade, Peace and Green Bazaar, 21 December 2019 to 5 January 2020
10 October 2019 – Others
The Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is inviting for participation in the Ethio-Africa Carnival in Culture, Trade, Peace and Green Bazaar to be held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from 21 December 2019 to 5 January 2020.
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National Business Roadmap
27 September 2019 – Economy
Discover the National Business Roadmap launched by Business Mauritius during the 58 Annual General Meeting held on 27 September 2019.
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Business Mauritius – Annual Report
27 September 2019 – Others
The 2018-2019 fiscal period has been a pivotal year for Business Mauritius. Throughout the year, many changes have been implemented, with one goal in mind: the strengthening of the organisation.
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About Business Mauritius – Corporate Brochure
27 September 2019 – Others
To find out more about Business Mauritius and how we can help you, please download our full brochure.
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Business Mauritius | 58th Annual General Meeting Highlights
27 September 2019 – Others
The 58th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Business Mauritius took place on Friday, 27th September 2019 at the Labourdonnais Hotel, in Caudan, Port-Louis...
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58th Annual General Meeting
11 September 2019 – Others
Members are kindly invited to attend the 58th Annual General Meeting of Business Mauritius which will be held on Friday 27 September 2019 at 14 00 at Le Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel, Caudan, Port Louis.
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Call for Registration of Participants | WAVE Madagascar
5 September 2019 – Economy
Give a boost to Malagasy Tourism The Economic Development Board of Madagascar (EDBM) in collaboration with the Economic Development Board of Mauritius (EDB) has the pleasure to invite you to the First Edition of Wave Madagascar in Antananarivo from 17 to 20 September 2019. Kindly register on https://bit.ly/2lZEgJo Please note that the last date of registration has been extended to Friday, 6 September 2019.
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Proclamation of Monday 29 July 2019 and Monday 9 September 2019 as Public Holidays
13 August 2019 – Others
The Acting President of the Republic of Mauritius has proclaimed under Section 7 of the Public Holidays Act that Monday 29 July 2019 and Monday 9 September 2019 shall be observed as Public Holidays.
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Conséquences sur les entreprises: Parole aux opérateurs
8 August 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Workers' Rights Bill Business Mauritius a fait part de ses craintes que le Workers’ Rights Bill aura de fortes répercussions sur la compétitivité et l’attractivité de Maurice. Cette loi fragilise les entreprises Mauriciennes, le pays et tous les Mauriciens seront perdants. La parole aux opérateurs, allant des grands groupes aux PMEs.
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Participation in the context of the Pope’s Visit
8 August 2019 – Others
Pope Francis, Head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State, will be in Mauritius for a 1-day visit on Monday the 9th of September 2019, as part of his tour of the African nations which will also include Mozambique and Madagascar.
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Précision de Business Mauritius sur les travaux autour Workers Rights Bill
3 August 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Ebène, samedi 3 aout 2019 – Il a été noté que certains médias ont relayé que Business Mauritius serait apparemment satisfait que des consultations aient été tenues pour discuter du Workers Rights Bill. Le Président et membres partenaires de Business Mauritius voudraient rétablir que, s’il est vrai qu’une réunion a effectivement été tenue au Ministère du Travail, cela n’équivaut pas aux consultations et au véritable travail technique qui doit se faire avant la promulgation d’un texte de loi. Ceci est d’autant plus vrai que cette loi pourrait avoir des conséquences graves sur la compétitivité de Maurice et pour la pérennité de beaucoup d’entreprises locales.
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Payment of Contributions to the National Pensions Fund
1 August 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The National Pensions Act provides for the payment of contributions by employers and employees subject to minimum and maximum insurable salaries. The floors and ceiling have been revised with effect from 1 July 2019.
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Payment of Contributions to the National Savings Fund
1 August 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The National Savings Fund Act 1995 provides for the payment of a lump sum to every employee on his or her retirement age or earlier upon his or her death. Employers contribute to the Fund at the rate of 2.5% subject to a ceiling. As from 1 July 2019, the ceiling has been revised.
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Public Holidays 2020
30 July 2019 – Others
Members are kindly requested to access the members' corner for the list of Public Holidays 2020.
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Opening Ceremony of Indian Ocean Island Games 2019
19 July 2019 – Others
In view of the Opening Ceremony of the IOIGs which will take place today at the Anjalay Stadium, Belle Vue at 17 00, BM members are kindly invited to provide such necessary facilities to their employees so as to enable them attend or watch the Opening Ceremony.
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Mega National Cleaning and Embellishment Campaign – 12, 13 and 14 July 2019
9 July 2019 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius is a member of the Centralised Cleaning Coordination Committee, a long-term programme for the cleaning and embellishment of Mauritius.
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BUROS: Employees Transportation Survey
5 July 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
BM’s road safety unit, BUROS, has worked on an Employees Transportation Survey in order to establish a global picture of the transportation facilities used by Mauritian employees each day.
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ILO: Blue Economy Event
5 July 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Business Mauritius attended an ILO event themed “Creating a sustainable future of work and a just transition towards blue economy in African Island States”, from 7 to 9 May 2019 in Mahé, Seychelles.
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Industrial Relations: Review of the Security Guard (Remuneration Order) Regulations
5 July 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The Security Guard (Remuneration Order) Regulations is in the process of being reviewed. On the 24 April 2019, the National Remuneration Board (NRB) published its Proposed Recommendations for the review of the terms and conditions linked to the employment of workers in this sector.
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ACP-EU Private Sector
5 July 2019 – Economy
Business Mauritius participated in the ACP-EU Private Sector meeting in Mauritius.
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World Environment Day: Waste Management and recycling
5 July 2019 – Sustainable Development
In line with the World Environment Day celebrated on the 5th of June and under the supervision of the Sustainability & Inclusive Growth Commission, the Waste Management Committee has launched an appreciation on a list of waste operators.
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PNEE: results of the pilot project on Electric Mobility
5 July 2019 – Sustainable Development
In 2018, through the PNEE, Business Mauritius supported 6 companies in their energy efficiency approach within the transport sector. Since March, a new phase has started with a pre-feasibility project on electric vehicles.
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Super Fund: Pension Fund Platform
5 July 2019 – Others
Created in November 1999, BM’s Superfund is a non-lucrative organisation which main objective is to offer to its Members a reliable and efficient Pension Fund platform. Super Fund has passed the mark of Rs1 billion.
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Post-Budget Focus: Section 3 – Concertation on macro-economic fundamentals
21 June 2019 – Economy
Section 3: Concertation on macro-economic fundamentals
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Post-Budget Focus: Section 2 – Economic measures
21 June 2019 – Economy
Section 2: Economic measures warranting continued and sustained dialogue
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Post-Budget Focus: Section 1 – Representation and collaboration
21 June 2019 – Economy
Section 1: Representation and collaboration
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Press Communiqué – Post Budget 2019/20
19 June 2019 – Economy
Press Communiqué - Post Budget 2019/20
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BUSINESS SEMINAR ON FOODEX JAPAN 2020- 13 JUNE 2019
12 June 2019 – Others
The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is organising a Business Seminar on Thursday 13 June 2019 at the premises of the Economic Development Board of Mauritius (EDB) on the upcoming FOODEX JAPAN 2020 EXPO which will be held from 10-13 March 2020 in Japan. Accordingly, JETRO has requested the EDB to facilitate the dissemination of invitations to relevant stakeholders in Mauritius. On behalf of the Johannesburg Office of JETRO, we are pleased to invite you to attend the JETRO Business Seminar on FOODEX JAPAN 2020 EXPO which will be held in the Conference room of the Economic Development Board.
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Post-Budget 2019/20 – Business Mauritius Press Conference
10 June 2019 – Economy
The 2019/20 National Budget will be presented by the Hon. Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, Prime Minister, Minister of Home Affairs, External Communications and National Development Unit, Minister of Finance and Economic Development today, 10 June 2019 as from 4 pm.
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Memorandum for the 2019-2020 National Budget
10 May 2019 – Economy
Memorandum for the 2019-2020 National Budget
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Memorandum for the 2019-2020 National Budget – Executive Summary
10 May 2019 – Economy
Memorandum for the 2019-2020 National Budget - Executive Summary
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Amendment to the National Minimum Wage Regulations 2017
4 April 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The Minister of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment has, on 4 February 2019, made the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Regulations to amend the National Minimum Wage Regulations 2017.
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New propositions on the regulation of the construction sector submitted to the NRB
4 April 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
On the 11th of February, the National Remuneration Board (NRB) has published its Proposed Recommendations for the review of the Block Making, Construction, Stone Crushing and Related Industries (Remuneration Order) Regulations.
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SME 4WARD – A SME Networking Session
4 April 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
On the 28th of February, a SME Networking session was held in BM Headquarters in Ebène. It was the occasion for those participating in the SME 4ward project to meet each other and discuss about issues and prospects for the local SMEs. Speakers included Dhiruj Ramluggun (BM’s Head of Training and Development), Jean Christophe Cluzeau (Head of General Insurance of the Mauritius Union Insurance), and Sweta Beehary (Portfolio Manager of Capital Asset Management Limited – SME Equity Fund).
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Meet & Greet
4 April 2019 – Economy
A breakfast meeting with journalists specialised in the economy sector was held on the 21st of March in the Business Mauritius headquarters in Ebène. The goal of the event was to share with the public several works and projects done by BM during the last months and keep the journalists updated about ongoing projects and their finalities.
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PNEE: Energy-Pre-Audit in SME and Industry Sectors
31 March 2019 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Public Services, is launching a new solution: Energy Pre-Audit, which suits the businesses which are not financially secured and do not have time to conduct a full audit.
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Reinforcing economic and business relations between Mauritius and Madagascar
30 March 2019 – Others
“Mauritius-Madagascar: Transcending to a New Era of Economic Collaboration” The Economic Development Board (EDB) organised a Business Forum and Networking Event on the 13 March at the Westin Turtle Bay Resort, Balaclava, a great opportunity to strengthen trades and economic relations with the Malagasy business community. For more info, contact Daden Venkatasawmy
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Member Profile Update
22 February 2019 – Others
In view of enhancing the service level of Business Mauritius regarding business opportunities, targeted information and feedback on topical issues, we would be grateful for your assistance in updating your company profile HERE
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Business Mauritius is recruiting an Administrative Assistant and a Deputy Project Manager for SUNREF
21 February 2019 – Others
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – SUNREF DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER– SUNREF
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Substance Abuse
7 February 2019 – Others
Business Mauritius attended the 1st Meeting of the High Level Drugs and HIV Council under the chairmanship of the Hon. Prime Minister, on Tuesday 8th of January 2019. The topics discussed included the organisation structure of the Council & Timelines for implementation.
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Handing Over of Chairmanship from Patrice Legris to Vidia Mooneegan
7 February 2019 – Others
Business Mauritius kick-started this year with the Social Capital Commission meeting on the 18th January. The agenda comprised of the presentation of quantitative results of employment skills survey from DCDM, an update on achievements of the commission, the working groups and the way forward for 2019.
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Communiqué: Heavy Rainfall Protocol
30 January 2019 – Others
Today, the National Crisis Committee (NCC) of which Business Mauritius is a member, met for an evaluation of the prevailing weather conditions.
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Invitation to Mozambique Business Forum & Networking Event – Economic Development Board
29 January 2019 – Economy
The Economic Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the Agency for the Promotion of Investment and Exports (APIEX) and the Confederation of Business Associations of Mozambique (CTA) will host a Business Forum and Networking Event on Saturday 2 February 2019 from 08 30 to 17 00 at Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa, Flic en Flac.
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Dealing with Heavy Rainfall at the Workplace
24 January 2019 – Others
Summer which normally spans from November to May is usually the main rainy season in Mauritius. Rain can at times be particularly heavy and persistent during this period. Heavy rainfall can cause water accumulation and flooding which may lead to severe traffic congestion and eventual disruption of work in enterprises.
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Communiqués issued by CEB: Ease of doing Business – Getting Electricity Index
16 January 2019 – Economy
Further to the meeting of the Technical Committee on Ease of Doing Business held at the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, Members are requested to access the members' corner in order to download the two communiqués issued by the Central Electricity Board(CEB) in respect of:
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Additional Remuneration and Other Allowances (2019) Act 2018
10 January 2019 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Members are requested to access the Member’s Corner in order to download the Information Note INR.IFN.05 (Issue No. 11) regarding the Additional Remuneration and Other Allowances (2019) Act 2018.
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Guidelines: Reduced CSR amount to be remitted by companies to Mauritius Revenue Authority
10 January 2019 – Sustainable Development
As you are aware, with effect from January 2019, every company shall be required to remit to the MRA at least 75% of a CSR Fund set up on or after 1 January 2019 for onward remittance to the National CSR Foundation.
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Salary Compensation – Year 2019
6 December 2018 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Following the Tripartite Committee held today, Government has recommended that an additional remuneration of Rs400 per month be paid to all full-time employees as from 01 January 2019.
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International Business Forum on Sustainable Development
11 September 2018 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius and Club Export Réunion are pleased to invite Members to participate in the International Business Forum on Sustainable Development from 21 to 23 November 2018 in La Réunion (Domaine du Moca, Saint-Denis).
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57th Annual General Meeting
10 September 2018 – Others
Members are invited to attend the 57th Annual General Meeting of Business Mauritius which will be held on Monday 24 September 2018 at 14 30 at Le Sirius, Le Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel, Port Louis.
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Ceilings for the Payment of Contribution to the National Pensions Fund and the National Savings Fund
30 July 2018 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The ceilings for the payment of contribution to the National Pensions Fund and the National Savings Fund have been revised, with effect from 1 July 2018.
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Public Holidays 2019
6 July 2018 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Public Holidays 2019
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Business Mauritius : première réaction au budget 2018
14 June 2018 – Economy
Port-Louis, 14 juin 2018 – “L’exercice budgétaire 2018 est encourageant. Il s’agit d’un budget très social, comportant des mesures intéressantes pour la formation des jeunes et l'intégration des femmes. Toutefois, une mise en oeuvre coordonnée et en partenariat des mesures reste clé”, a déclaré Cédric de Spéville, président de Business Mauritius, lors d’une conférence de presse de l’association, visant à livrer une première analyse à chaud des mesures annoncées cette année.
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Table Ronde sur la Commission “Sustainability and Inclusive Growth”
16 May 2018 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius organise une table ronde, ce mercredi 16 mai 2018, axée sur la commission "Sustainability and Inclusive Growth".
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Memorandum for the 2018-2019 National Budget
7 May 2018 – Economy
Memorandum for the 2018-2019 National Budget
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La transition énergétique n’est pas une contrainte
25 April 2018 – Sustainable Development
Article de presse - Defi Media - 25 avril 2018
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Launch of “Business Road Safety” (BUROS)
19 February 2018 – Sustainable Development
Launch of "Business Road Safety" (BUROS)
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The Additional Remuneration and Other Allowances (2018) Act 2017
9 January 2018 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The Additional Remuneration and Other Allowances (2018) Act 2017
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Payment of End of Year Bonus
7 December 2017 –
The payment of the End of Year Bonus is regulated by either –
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Negative Income Tax
1 December 2017 – Economy
As announced in the Budget 2017-2018, the Negative Income Tax (NIT), whereby employees earning basic wages not exceeding Rs9,900 a month are entitled to a financial support from Government, has become effective as from 1 July 2017.
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Salary Compensation 2018
22 November 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Following the Tripartite Committee held this afternoon, Government has recommended an additional remuneration of Rs360 per month payable to all full time employees as from 01 January 2018.
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Breakfast PNEE – Eau Chaude Solaire
12 November 2017 – Sustainable Development
Prochain Breakfast PNEE prévu le 30 novembre 2017 sur l'usage de l'eau chaude solaire et de la récupération de chaleur en hôtellerie et industrie
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“Nou lenerzi” – Octobre 2017 – Edition 1
12 November 2017 – Sustainable Development
L'actualité des entreprises en transition énergétique à l'île Maurice !
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Payment of Gratuity on Retirement
11 October 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
Section 49 of the Employment Rights Act on the Payment of Gratuity on Retirement has been amended by Section 14 of the Finance (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2017.
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Breakfast PNEE – Grande Distribution
12 September 2017 – Sustainable Development
Prochain Breakfast PNEE prévu le 28 septembre 2017 sur le secteur de la grande distribution (supermarché et centre commercial)
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Save the date: Breakfast PNEE
4 August 2017 – Sustainable Development
Prochain Breakfast PNEE prévu le 31 août 2017 sur le Financement des projets
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SBM Insights – Issue No. 5 – July 2017
13 July 2017 – Economy
SBM Insights - Issue No. 5 - July 2017
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Journée Mondiale de l’Environnement (JME)
5 June 2017 – Sustainable Development
La Journée Mondiale de l’Environnement (JME) nous invite à promouvoir une prise de conscience à l’échelle mondiale, et surtout à adopter des mesures en faveur de la protection de notre environnement.
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Breakfast
27 April 2017 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius vous invite à un breakfast pour présenter les premiers résultats de la démarche d’efficacité énergétique, lancée depuis l’année dernière dans 16 hôtels.
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MEF New Services: IR & HR Solutions
8 February 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
MEF New Services: IR & HR Solutions – Transforming Organisations through Improved Industrial Relations...
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MEF Human Capital Development Forum
8 February 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The MEF has set up the Human Capital Development Forum as a support service platform to its members...
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Payment of Contributions to the National Savings Fund
8 February 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The National Savings Fund Act 1995 provides for the payment of a lump sum to every employee...
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Extension of Maternity Leave from 12 to 14 Weeks
8 February 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The Employment Rights (Amendment) Act 2015, Act No. 10 of 2015 has amended Section 30 of the Employment...
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Payment of Contributions to the National Pensions Fund
8 February 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
The National Pensions Act provides for the payment of contributions by employers and employees ...
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HRDC – Revised Training Grant System
8 February 2017 – Industrial Relations & Human Resources
HRDC – Revised Training Grant System...
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Save the Date: 1er Colloque National Energies & Entreprises
8 February 2017 – Sustainable Development
Save the Date: 1er Colloque National Energies & Entreprises
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CSR Contribution for Flood Victims of February 2016
8 February 2017 – Sustainable Development
Business Mauritius has been solicited by the Government to participate in a support programme to the
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AfCFTA Online Mechanism for Reporting, Monitoring and Eliminating Non- Tariff Barriers
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One of the key objectives of the AfCFTA is to progressively eliminate existing Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) and refrain from introducing new ones in order to enhance and facilitate intra Africa trade.
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Master’s degree and internship program of African Business Education Initiative for Youth (ABE Initiative) FY2024
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Business Mauritius is pleased to inform its members that the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has opened applications for the Master's Degree and Internship program of African Business Education Initiative for Youth, also known as the “ABE Initiative” for the financial year 2024. Detailed information on the ABE Initiative can be found here Information will also be available at an online Information Session on the ABE scheduled for Tuesday 26 September between 11am and 12 pm. In order to apply, please ensure you complete the following forms and send them to the JICA on jicamr-kensyu@jica.co.jp
Kindly note that the deadline for submitting the application form and annex is 6 October 2023. Academic transcripts and certificates will need to be sent to the same address by 24 October 2023.
